Baroque Five-Arm Cast Brass Wall Sconce with Woven Cream Shades & Anthemion Crest

Design & Inspiration

There are lighting fixtures that illuminate a room, and then there are those that define it. This five-arm Baroque wall sconce belongs emphatically to the latter category. Inspired by the grand luminaires of 17th and 18th-century European palace interiors — from the gilded corridors of Versailles to the candlelit salons of Vienna — this sconce commands any wall it graces with an authority that only centuries of design refinement can produce. The backplate rises in a stately portrait composition, crowned by a boldly cast anthemion fan motif that unfurls above a classical urn form, while below, carved floral rosettes and fluid acanthus scrollwork cascade to a pointed finial drop. Five reeded candle arms extend outward in a balanced, symmetrical arrangement, each cradling a cream woven fabric shade edged in gold-toned passementerie trim.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Every element of this sconce is cast in solid brass using traditional lost-form casting techniques, a process that captures the depth and shadow of the sculptural relief with a fidelity no stamped or pressed metal can match. The surface is hand-finished to achieve the rich, layered warmth of aged European brasswork — a finish that reads as antique in candlelight yet holds its own under modern illumination. The five candle-drip bobeches are modeled in the Classical tradition, each fluted to echo the reeded arms above. The cream fabric shades are individually constructed with a woven diagonal lattice pattern — an artisan textile technique that produces a subtle basket-weave texture — and finished at top and bottom edges with a handcrafted gold braid trim, creating a visual continuity between the warm metal and the soft textile.

Dimensions & Details

This wall sconce accommodates five E14 candelabra-base bulbs, with a maximum wattage of 40W per socket (LED candle bulbs are fully compatible and recommended for longevity). The fixture is compatible with 110V/220V electrical systems, making it suitable for use across Egypt, Europe, and the Gulf region without adapters. The portrait-orientation backplate ensures a commanding vertical presence, proportioned to suit ceilings of 3 metres and above. Total weight is 4 kg — substantial enough to convey quality, requiring secure wall mounting into a load-bearing surface. The woven cream shades measure approximately 10 cm in diameter, scaled to complement the candle arms without obscuring the ornamental backplate.

Handcrafted in Egypt

This sconce is handcrafted in Egypt by artisans working in the tradition of classical European brasswork, combining Old World casting and finishing techniques with the exacting standards of Brass & Wood's quality program. Each piece is individually inspected before dispatch. Available in multiple brass finish variants to suit your interior palette, and customization of shade fabric and backplate finish is available upon request. Delivery is fulfilled within 30–45 days from order confirmation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What bulb type does this sconce require?

This sconce uses E14 candelabra-base bulbs (small Edison screw fitting), maximum 40W per socket. We strongly recommend LED candle-style E14 bulbs for reduced heat, lower energy consumption, and extended lifespan. Five bulbs are required in total.

Is professional installation required?

Minimal assembly is required — the sconce ships largely pre-assembled, and wall mounting requires a standard electrician visit for hardwired connection. The fixture must be mounted into a solid wall surface capable of supporting 4 kg. We recommend consulting a licensed electrician for installation.

Can the finish or shade fabric be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization of the brass finish (available in Antique Gold, Gold, and Silver variants) as well as bespoke shade fabric options upon request. Please contact our team prior to ordering to discuss customization requirements and lead times.